Description

This KATO basic set represents JR West's 321 Series DC commuter EMU, introduced from December 2005 and used across the Kansai area on routes including the JR Kyoto Line, JR Kobe Line, JR Takarazuka Line, JR Tozai Line and Gakkentoshi Line.

KATO has modelled the D15 formation from the Akashi branch of Aboshi General Rolling Stock Center. This release features Toshiba WAU708 air-conditioning units and the later appearance with the front train-number display removed.

Features

• Three-car basic set for the JR West 321 Series D15 formation.
• Toshiba WAU708 roof air-conditioners reproduced.
• Later front-end appearance with train-number display removed.
• Modern JR West lightning arresters reproduced.
• Wheelchair, buggy, women-only car and weak air-conditioned car markings printed where appropriate.
• Headlights, tail lights and front destination display lit.
• Yellow fog-light tone reproduced.
• Slotless motor for smooth and quiet running.
• Front display fitted as A Local Nishi-Akashi, with replacement displays for A Local Kyoto and H Local Matsuiyamate included.
• Body-mounted KATO close couplers with hooks between intermediate cars; dummy couplers at the cab ends.
• Destination stickers included for side displays.

Useful to know

• Basic set for use alone or with the matching 10-1838 add-on set.
• Accepts KATO LED interior lighting kits 11-211 / 11-212.